Falcons move to 8th overall draft pick in 2021 NFL draft

Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images The Falcons are out of the playoff race after yet another unwatchable loss. There is not much to prove in this failed season. It would be great if the Falcons were fun to watch or if we could get actual film on unknowns like Deadrin Senat and Qadree Ollison but neither look likely to occur. Best case scenario is the players stay healthy and fans can look toward the draft.

Of course, looking toward the draft too early can lead to a lot of disappointment. In November of last season, the Falcons were technically in the running for Chase Young at 2nd overall. A strong finish dropped the Falcons to picking 16th overall where they luckily selected the (so far) top…